Project Coordinator, Healthcare | General Contractor | Vancouver / Toronto | Outpost Recruitment

Outpost Recruitment; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Coordinator to oversee large healthcare projects in vibrant locations like Toronto and Vancouver. This full-time permanent role involves collaborating closely with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of construction experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a progressive company that values its employees and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Profit-Sharing Program

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related construction experience required.
• Post-secondary degree in engineering or construction management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager with overall project performance including cost and schedule.
• Develop relationships with trade partners and manage contract progress.

Skills

Construction Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Project Coordination

Stakeholder Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction Industry Knowledge

Education

Post-secondary Degree in Engineering

Diploma in Construction Engineering Technology

Tools

Computerized Project Management Systems

Job description

Highly regarded general contractor seeking experienced a Project Coordinator for large healthcare projects in Vancouver, BC and Toronto, ON. Ideal candidate will have some local Canadian experience, though exceptional international applicants will be considered. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of Project Coordinator

• Assist the project manager and superintendent with overall project performance including cost, schedule, safety, and quality.
• Assist in overall construction coordination, planning, identifying potential risks, and resolving field technical issues.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and surveys to manage contract progress and reporting.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with trade partners through activities such as issuing tender packages, defining scopes of work, answering inquiries, and monitoring progress.
• Assist with change management and change order processes, including pricing, processing, and assessing cost and schedule impact.
• Administer requests for information, shop drawings, and the submittal process.
• Assist with pre-commissioning or commissioning.
• Assist with overall project closeout, including archiving documents, maintenance, and warranty.
• Identify and assist in resolving field technical issues.

Requirements of Project Coordinator

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to efficiently handle and administer multiple tasks on concurrently running projects.
• Skilled, loyal, and entrepreneurial.
• Post-secondary Degree in engineering or Construction Engineering Technology from a post-secondary college.

Experience and Skillset of Project Coordinator

• Minimum 5+ years related construction experience.
• Experience with construction management and design/build formats.
• Familiarity with computerized project management systems including scheduling, estimating, planning, and cost control.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the construction industry including equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, quality, safety, construction sequences, and building code.
• Previous experience across hospitals, healthcare, or ICI buildings projects.
• Ability to apply basic engineering and problem-solving principles to construction challenges and present solutions.
• Ability to create a comprehensive schedule and administer subcontracts and contract documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

Compensation

The client is a progressive company offering employees a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and profit-sharing program.

Ideal Candidate

Only candidates with authorization to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume.